Botanical name | Aristida junciformis |
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Plant Care |
![]() Full Sun
Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day. ![]() Frost Hardy
Frost Hardy – Can Handle frost without damage. ![]() Semi Frost Hardy
Semi Frost Hardy – Is Able to Survive Moderately Low Temperatures. ![]() Moderate Watering
Moderate Watering – Requires Regular Watering. ![]() Pruning Required
Pruning Required – Needs to be Pruned. ![]() Indigenous
Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
Size | |
Categories | |
Common name(s) | Gongoni grass |
Origin | |
Foliage | An ornamental tufted grass with fine leaves and feathery seed heads in shades of green and light brown. |
Planting instructions | Plant in sunny spots. |
Uses | Gongoni grass can be used to soften harsh edges. |
Aristida junciformis (Gongoni grass)
- Botanical name: Aristida junciformis
- Common name(s): Gongoni grass
- Categories: Bamboos, Grasses and sedges, Ground Covers and Perennials
Plant description:
An ornamental tufted grass with fine leaves and feathery seed heads in shades of green and light brown. These plants look at their best when the breeze moves through them, and can be used to soften harsh edges. Plant in sunny spots.
Aristida junciformis requirements and features

Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
An ornamental tufted grass with fine leaves and feathery seed heads in shades of green and light brown.